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🫣Face with Peeking Eye EmojiUnicode: 1FAE3
A face peeking with one eye.
Released in This emoji was introduced in Unicode 14.0 in 2021 as part of the Emoticons category, becoming widely available on major platforms like iOS and Android in subsequent updates.
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Meaning and Interpretation
The Face with Peeking Eye emoji (🫣) depicts a face with one eye slightly visible, as if peeking out from behind something. It conveys a sense of curiosity, sneakiness, or cautious observation, often used to express that someone is looking at something discreetly without wanting to be noticed. This emoji can indicate feelings of intrigue, surprise, or even mild embarrassment, making it popular in contexts where someone is trying to spy or glimpse something subtly.
Symbolism
- Curiosity and interest in something mysterious or hidden.
- Sneakiness or secrecy, like attempting to observe without detection.
- Caution and surprise, representing a hesitant or careful glance.
Common Usage Scenarios
- In casual conversations to show you're secretly checking something out, like a surprise party.
- In social media posts to express intrigue about gossip or hidden details.
- In texting to indicate playful spying, such as peeking at someone's screen.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Oh my gosh, I just saw your surprise gift through the crack in the door 🫣
Don't turn around yet, but that celebrity is right behind you 🫣
I'm trying to peek at what you're drawing without you noticing 🫣
What's in that mysterious box? I can't resist a quick look 🫣
Sneaking a glance at the menu before we order 🫣
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it in light-hearted contexts to avoid implying real stalking or privacy invasion.
- Be mindful of the audience; it might come off as creepy in professional settings.
- Pair it with other emojis for clarity, like adding 👀 to emphasize watching.